Thread: Brinnell hardness of .22 bullets? Can they be re-used?
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Old 07-20-2010, 12:10 AM
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Most 22lr are about BHN8, a bit harder than pure lead. Fine as is for low vel/pressure 38sp or 45acp. Mix it 50/50 w/ clip on ww for a decent alloy to about 1200fps.
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